Lebanon, OH Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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33%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

60%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

28%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Lebanon_{/100k people}	Ohio_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	335	n/a (estimate)	1,555	2,076	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	6.1	6.3
Rape	10	n/a	46.4	48.4	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	53.1	66.1
Assault	22	n/a	102.1	185.9	268.2
Violent crime	32	n/a (estimate)	149	294	370
Burglary	13	n/a	60.3	255.3	269.8
Theft	267	n/a	1,239.2	1,292.9	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	23	n/a	106.7	234.5	282.7
Property crime	303	n/a (estimate)	1,406	1,783	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Lebanon, OH

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Lebanon crime rate is lower than the national average by 33.1%. Specifically, there were 32 violent crimes in Lebanon, equivalent to 149 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 59.8%. Furthermore, Lebanon recorded 303 property crimes, amounting to 1406 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 28.1%.

During the most recently reported crime year, Lebanon experienced a total of 0 reported murders. This statistic paints it as a beacon of security when it comes to severe violent crimes. Such an achievement not only instills a profound sense of security for its residents but also sets a high standard for other communities striving to create similarly secure environments. It underscores the area as a place where safety is a top priority, enhancing its appeal as a desirable location to live and thrive.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Lebanon?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Lebanon residents. Out of the respondents (5 in total), 80% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Lebanon were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 20% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Lebanon a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Lebanon is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Lebanon has a total crime rate that is 33% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.92 daily crimes (0.09 violent daily crimes and 0.83 daily property crimes) in Lebanon.

Has Crime in Lebanon Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Lebanon crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Lebanon has increased by 2.5% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 5.9% and property crime has increased by 3.4%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Lebanon

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Lebanon, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 1.5%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Lebanon, the cost of living is 4.93% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

The impact of law enforcement and community policing efforts plays a crucial role in shaping crime rates in any city. A robust and cooperative bond between law enforcement and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, enhancing overall safety. In Lebanon, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents stands at 0, differing from the national average of 3.25. Effective law enforcement hinges not solely on officer numbers but also on the manner in which they interact and collaborate with the community. Building trust and cooperation are central tenets of community policing, amplifying its influence on crime prevention.

Lebanon crime map

The Lebanon crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Lebanon as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Lebanon crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Lebanon crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Lebanon crime rates are 33% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Lebanon are 60% lower than the national average
In Lebanon you have a 1 in 65 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Lebanon is safer than 58% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Lebanon has decreased by 1%

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Daily Crime In Lebanon (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Lebanon, Ohio is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Lebanon are 1.34 times less than the Ohio average and 1.49 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Lebanon are 1.98 times less than than Ohio and 2.49 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Lebanon are 1.27 times less than than Ohio and 1.39 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Lebanon (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Lebanon in comparison to other Ohio communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Lebanon safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Lebanon being safer than 44% of cities in Ohio and 58% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Ohio cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Lebanon. In conclusion, Lebanon ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Lebanon

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Lebanon is 1 in 674

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Lebanon is 1 in 72

The chance of being a victim of crime in Lebanon is 1 in 65

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Lebanon? If you reside in Lebanon, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 674. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 72 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Lebanon, is 1 in 65.

Year Over Year Crime In Lebanon (per 100,000 people)

An ideal indicator of whether Lebanon is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Lebanon has decreased by 9% and the rate of property crime in Lebanon has not changed. The total crime rate in Lebanon has decreased by 1% year to year.

Lebanon police department

Item	Lebanon	Ohio	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	38	17,044	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	2.7	3.3

Sex offenders in Ohio

State	Total offenders	Ohio_/100K	National_/100K
Ohio	17,872	156	266

There are a total of 17,872 sex offenders in Ohio. This yields a total of 156 sex offenders in Ohio per 100,000 residents which is 41% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Wetherington, OH	1,271	41	250	292
Five Points, OH	1,600	41	250	292
Glendale, OH	2,240	46	280	326
Four Bridges, OH	3,220	56	340	396
Sixteen Mile Stand, OH	3,120	56	340	396
Kings Mills, OH	1,164	61	367	428
Springboro, OH	18,416	31	479	509
Lebanon, OH	20,781	149	1,406	1,555

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Clifton, CO	20,783	763	4,882	5,645
McNair, VA	20,776	130	943	1,074
South El Monte, CA	20,791	645	4,446	5,091
Ypsilanti, MI	20,792	1,057	2,818	3,875
Mill Creek, WA	20,750	172	2,519	2,691
Lebanon, OH	20,781	149	1,406	1,555

Source: The Lebanon, OH crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.